Basically, there are different climates in the world and the most common season to go swimming is summer. The Philippines is one place that you will always remember when summer is approaching. In fact, there are many beaches in the archipelago that is exciting and worth visiting.
Sometimes, we are going ahead of our excitement which most of the time results to a terrible vacation. Since planning for a family beach vacation is sometimes tiresome, having a packing list is very necessary to avoid awful scenarios to happen. Usually, we are not required to bring a lot on a beach trip but to be safe, bringing extras is recommended.
Even if we know our destination, we still cannot predict what will happen. So, it is best to prepare all the important things needed for the trip.
Even if we know our destination, we still cannot predict what will happen. So, it is best to prepare all the important things needed for the trip.
- Gallons of Purified Water – Some family beach vacation destinations don't have safe water to drink. Therefore, water must be brought to prevent diseases. On the other hand, even if there's potable water in the place, you also need bring your own to assure that your water is safe to drink.
- Sunscreens – Since we all know that summer is a hot season and the temperature of the sun in this period of time is enough to burn your skin, having a suitable sunscreen must be on your list. Most of the time, we are not aware of the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) level of the sunscreens and this is one reason why many of us still acquires sunburn after a long exposure of the body to the sun. Thus, selecting the exact SPF level for the skin is important.
- Umbrella – It is a common thing to bring umbrella but it is a very significant object that can protect us from heat stroke.
- Whistle – This is among the best things that should be brought during family beach vacations especially when you are with toddlers. Many kids are strayed because of the crowded resorts but when they have whistles with them, finding them is easier.
- Blanket – This must be brought because the temperature near the beach will freeze you to death. Actually, bringing of blanket is a very good idea because there are a lot of things you can do. One thing is that you can use it for picnics.
- Extra Clothes – Of all the things that should be brought, extra clothes must be included in the list. After dipping at one of the Philippine tourist attractions, you will definitely dress another clothing to feel fresh.
- Speakers – Sometimes music equipment rentals are very expensive. In order to save cash, bringing of speakers for gadgets like iPods and MP3's is very important.
- Entertaining things – To be particular, bringing of balls for volleyball, football and basketball is suggested. Also, frisbees and other beach sports which require equipment must be brought. This also adds fun to your beach vacation.
- First aid kit – This is one thing that should always be remembered and should always be on the list. As mentioned, you cannot predict when accidents would come.
- Flip-flops – Flip-flops have many uses. You can plunge it into the sea or walk it into a rocky mountain. For whatever climate or what areas you will be visiting, having this multi-purpose footwear will make you comfortable.
- Sunglasses – Looking on the sun without wearing protective sunglasses can temporarily or permanently make a person blind. It's a handy thing and can be carried in any parts of your body. Therefore, there's no way that you'll forget this.
Most importantly, do not forget to bring cash when visiting the enchanting and fascinating Philippine tourist attractions. So, in the next beach vacation, take time to make a check list and to make sure that you haven't forgotten one, double-check the things in your bag to have a fulfilling trip.
